Procurement Officer (Automotive)

About the role

A leading automotive company in Kenya, recruited through Summit Recruitment & Search Africa, is hiring a Procurement Officer in Nairobi. The role covers sourcing, negotiating and purchasing general administrative supplies, automotive components, equipment and services needed for production, warehousing and overall operations, with a focus on cost efficiency, quality compliance, timely delivery and strong supplier relationships.

Key responsibilities

• Identify, assess and select reliable suppliers and vendors for automotive parts, administrative needs and related services.
• Conduct market research on industry trends, pricing and material availability.
• Design and implement cost-effective procurement strategies aligned with organisational goals.
• Negotiate contracts, pricing and service level agreements (SLAs) in line with company policies, legal and ethical standards.
• Maintain supplier relationships and monitor their performance for quality, delivery and after-sales support, addressing non-conformances.
• Work with workshop, admin and warehouse teams to keep stock levels optimal, and coordinate logistics including customs clearance where applicable.
• Ensure procurement meets quality standards, policies and regulatory requirements.
• Track procurement KPIs such as cost savings, lead times and supplier performance, prepare reports, manage budgets and support cost reduction and process improvement.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering or a related field.
• Professional certification preferred: CIPS, CPSM or APICS.
• 5+ years of procurement experience.
• Proven track record of sourcing automotive components and aftermarket parts.